
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA Under $1,800 (78 Rentals)


Glen Haven Apartments

Aspen Place

Regency Villas

11914 Downey Ave, Unit downstairs unit

7806 Devenir Ave

9719 Priscilla St

8029 Stewart and Gray Rd

Downey Avenue Apartments

River Road
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Bellflower Boulevard Apartments

8230-8234 Telegraph Rd

Villa Del Sol Apartments

Fleur De Lis Apartments

Villa Downey

Crown Apartments

The Waikikian

The Chateau Apartments

Stratford Apartments

12130 Old River School Rd
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12501 Paramount Blvd

Holiday Manor Apartments

Rancho La Paz Apartments

Crestview Apartments

Elm Vista Apartments

Grandview Apartments

Faircrest Apartments

Chanteclair Apartments

10429 La Reina Ave.

Downey Villas
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Town Center Terrace

9301 Atlantic Ave

Indiana Avenue Apartments

La Paloma

Casa Royale

Somerset Village

Alethea Apartments

Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing
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16200 Vermont Ave, Unit A207

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit A318

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit C204

6111 Greenwood Ave

13420 Harvest Ave

2nd Street Apartments

PARK VILLAS II 55+ APARTMENTS

San Antonio Gardens Senior Apartments 62+

Richfield Terrace

16236 Cornuta Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downey?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downey Studio Apartments | $1,623 | $1,000 | $1,939 |
| Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $1,549 | $3,399 |
| Downey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $1,850 | $3,799 |
| Downey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $1,700 | $3,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downey Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downey with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downey is at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing listed at $1,549.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,098.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,925 at San Marcos Village Apartments.
What is the average size for Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downey is currently 636 sq ft.
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